Phoenix-based thrash icons, Sacred Reich, are thrilled to announce the return of former drummer Dave McClain to their ranks, following his departure from Bay Area Metal outfit Machine Head last month after 23 years on the drum throne.

Parkway Drive and Killswitch Engage have announced a massive co-headline tour, dubbed 'Collapse the World.' The trek will take place in Spring 2019, kicking off on April 18 in San Francisco and running through May 16 in Milwaukee.

On March 29th, Whitechapel will release their 7th full-length, The Valley, via Metal Blade Records. For a preview of 'The Valley', the new single 'Black Bear' can be heard now at https://youtu.be/X7pvYfWD1P0

Currently wrapping up their European tour with Revocation, Archspire, and Soreption, Rivers of Nihil will head back out on the road again stateside this March/April - this time, headlining the trek with Entheos, Conjurer, and Wolf King as support!

Amon Amarth recently released their new documentary and supporting live album(s), 'The Pursuit Of Vikings: 25 Years In The Eye Of The Storm.' For a preview of 'The Pursuit Of Vikings', a new live video for 'Guardians of Asgaard' can be viewed now.

Today, Cannibal Corpse has announced another round of North American tour dates - this time, joining 'Leg Five: North America' of Slayer's Final World Tour. Featuring additional support from Lamb of God and Amon Amarth, this is one show not to be missed!

Metal Blade Records is proud to welcome Fractal Universe to its worldwide roster! Founded in 2014, Fractal Universe is a progressive death metal band from Nancy, France. Fractal Universe's sophomore album is entitled 'Rhizomes of Insanity.'

On January 25th, King Diamond will release a new DVD/Blu-ray, 'Songs For The Dead Live', via Metal Blade Records. For a preview, a video for 'Sleepless Nights (Live at The Fillmore)' can be viewed at metalblade.com/kingdiamond